citrato di magnesio
The English phrase magnesium citrate is translated into Italian as citrato di magnesio.
This phrase refers to a chemical compound commonly used as a laxative or a dietary supplement.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of citrato (citrate) and di magnesio (of magnesium).
How does it change in a sentence?
In Italian, the name of the substance, citrato, precedes the metal it is derived from, magnesio and they are connected by the preposition di.
Did you know?
- In Italian pharmacies, you may find citrato di magnesio sold as effervescente tablets that dissolve in water, which is a more common format for this supplement than in many English-speaking countries.
- The Italian word magnesio is derived from the name of the region of Magnesia in Asia Minor, where the mineral was first discovered.
- While citrato di magnesio is the precise chemical term, Italians are more likely to use the generic word integratore when discussing the habit of taking it as part of a health routine.
Examples in context
- Sai dove posso trovare integratori di magnesio citrato?Do you know where I can find magnesium citrate supplements?
- Gli effetti del citrato di magnesio sono stati ampiamente studiati.The effects of magnesium citrate have been widely studied.
- Devo prendere il citrato di magnesio ogni mattina.I need to take magnesium citrate every morning.
- Il citrato di magnesio è un buon integratore.Magnesium citrate is a good supplement.
- Hai comprato il citrato di magnesio in farmacia?Did you buy the magnesium citrate at the pharmacy?
Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are in their kitchen talking about vitamins.
- SofiaFrancesco, hai visto il mio citrato di magnesio?Francesco, have you seen my magnesium citrate?
- FrancescoSì, l'ho messo nel cassetto dei medicinali.Yes, I put it in the medicine drawer.
- SofiaGrazie, mi serve per l'integrazione quotidiana.Thanks, I need it for my daily supplement.
- FrancescoPrendilo con un bicchiere d'acqua fresca.Take it with a glass of fresh water.
